South Thornton Attraction & Revitalization (STAR) Grant

The STAR grant is a reimbursement grant designed to enhance and revitalize commercial areas in the South Thornton Development Area (South TDA; identified as within the TDA, South of 104^th Avenue) by attracting and supporting new and expanding businesses to the area, assisting business owners with building improvements, and assisting with the cost of permitting and licensing, regulatory compliance, equipment purchases or exterior and façade improvements.

Eligibility:

• A new or expanding commercial business locating into an existing building in the South Thornton Development Area.
• Locating in non-residential zoning designations, not on public property.
• Compliant with all government fees and taxes, licensing, and applicable laws and ordinances.
• If Certificate of Occupancy has already been issued, it must have been issued within 6 months of the date you submit your completed application and business/strategic plan.
• EXCLUSIONS: Funding cannot be used for non-profits, marijuana related businesses, pawn shops, bail bonds, money lending, used car lots, check cashing, liquor stores, adult oriented businesses, and residential living facilities.
• Businesses can receive a one-time grant of up to $15,000.

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Applications are now being accepted. Deadline to apply is Friday, October 30, 2026.

For assistance, please first read the Information & Requirements page below, then contact the Alliance Business Assistance Center at 720-674-3547 or Alliance@ThorntonCO.gov.

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If you prefer to download a printable PDF of the application and additional documents, click the links below.